New Zealand

93 points The Wine Advocate:The 2005 Sophia is a blend of 62% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Franc and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon, hand-picked, de-stemmed and aged for 19 months in French oak of which 80% is new. It displays a less ostentatious nose but has even better delineation with scents of red cherries, wild strawberry and gravel, the palate full-bodied and ripe with layers of thick black fruits on the backward finish. It needs serious cellaring. Neal Martin

25 years' experience have resulted in the Nautilus Sauvignon Blanc 2011 displaying multilayered characters of lime zest, passionfruit skin, fresh coriander and wet stones. A mouthwatering yet smoothly integrated palate reveals notes of grapefruit, Tahitian lime and a strong textural component. Negociants USA Importer

93 points The Wine Spectator:Delivers lovely aromatics, with sandalwood, Asian spice, white pepper, crushed stone and dried floral notes. The details continue on, offering strawberry, cherry and a terrific balance between tannins and acidity, keeping the flavors fresh and lively. Drink now through 2020. 1,989 cases made.

Momo Sauvignon Blanc is from New Zealand's Wairau Valley near Marlborough. The wine is produced from vineyards managed completely by the Seresin Estate, a top notch organic and biodynamic New Zealand winery owned by cinematographer Michael Seresin. It is a bright and perky wine with classic New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc flavors, featuring grapefruit and lemon flavors and a touch of green herbs.

91 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar:Bright yellow. Subdued, pure aromas of nectarine, spices, minerals, licorice and honey. Broad, concentrated, ripe and dry, with a tactile dusty texture to the pineappley fruit. Finishes chewy, savory and very persistent, with uncompromising dryness. Serious stuff.